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North East England

Wansbeck Lake – Wansbeck Railway Bridge loop from Ashington

Hiking trails & Routes

North East England

Wansbeck Lake – Wansbeck Railway Bridge loop from Ashington

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3

hikers

Wansbeck Lake – Wansbeck Railway Bridge loop from Ashington

00:55

3.47km

30m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

Last updated: April 19, 2026

Waypoints

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Start point

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1

469 m

Wansbeck Lake

Highlight • Lake

Open all hours! A great place for a 5 mile circular walk

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2

1.05 km

North Seaton Railway Viaduct (Black Bridge)

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The railway bridge on the Wansbeck River is a notable structure, situated about a mile from the river mouth. It was originally part of the Blyth and Tyne railway, connecting Tyneside to Ashington. While it used to extend further to the Lynemouth power station, the line is now inactive due to the station's conversion. The current bridge, constructed in 1926 (or possibly 1927/1929), replaced an earlier wooden trestle bridge. With its striking appearance and dark colour, it has earned the nickname "Black Bridge." The bridge stands out when viewed from the footpaths nearby, adding a distinctive feature to the landscape.

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3

1.14 km

Wansbeck Railway Bridge

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Good views of the railway bridge over the River Wansbeck

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4

1.79 km

Goats by the Lake

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B

3.47 km

End point

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.53 km

338 m

287 m

260 m

Surfaces

1.13 km

1.09 km

766 m

431 m

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